GRE Word List

EMETIC

an agent that induces vomiting

The meaning of the word emetic is an agent that induces vomiting.

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vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
convexcurved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
stoopto bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees
sundryincluding many things of different kinds : miscellaneous
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
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prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate